Verified Nov 2026
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Malmoe, Skane County
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Since 1942
Thule Group is a Swedish company headquartered in Malmö, Skåne County, founded in 1942. It designs, manufactures, and markets outdoor and active-lifestyle products, including sport and cargo carriers, juvenile products, and protective cases under its Thule and Case Logic brands. The company is publicly listed under the ticker THULE.ST, employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people, and serves the automotive, consumer goods, and renewable energy sectors. In May 2026 it announced the acquisition of curli AG, expanding its presence in the dog transportation market.
Thule Group at a glance
Revenue
1.1B
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1942
Headquarters
Malmoe, Skane County
Ownership
Publicly traded (STO: THULE.ST)
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
6656
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Consumer Goods
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
6656
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
China · Vietnam · Germany · Belgium
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Thule Group.
What this tells a buyer
The record reports no customs data, and Thule Group's most recent development was its acquisition of curli AG, announced on 6 May 2026, to expand into dog transportation products.
The company is certified to IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001, and its recorded product areas include assembly and emissions-related offerings.
Thule Group is publicly traded on Stockholm exchange under the ticker THULE.ST and reports revenue of approximately 1.1 billion, with a workforce of 1,000 to 5,000 employees.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & strong
84 years in operation (founded 1942).
Publicly listed; no distress event on record.
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Thule Group is a Swedish company headquartered in Malmö, Skåne County, founded in 1942. It designs, manufactures, and markets outdoor and active-lifestyle products, including sport and cargo carriers, juvenile products, and protective cases under its Thule and Case Logic brands. The company is publicly listed under the ticker THULE.ST, employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people, and serves the automotive, consumer goods, and renewable energy sectors. In May 2026 it announced the acquisition of curli AG, expanding its presence in the dog transportation market.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1942 |
Headquarters | Malmoe, Skane County |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | 1.1B |
Ownership | Publicly traded (STO: THULE.ST) |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What Thule Group makes
The company is certified to IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001, and its recorded product areas include assembly and emissions-related offerings.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Assembly, Emissions (source: thulegroup.com).
Certifications
Thule Group is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — vaia.com
ISO 14001 — thulegroup.com
ISO 45001 — thulegroup.com
ISO 9001 — thulegroup.com
Trade and customs footprint
The record reports no customs data, and Thule Group's most recent development was its acquisition of curli AG, announced on 6 May 2026, to expand into dog transportation products. US customs bill-of-lading records list 6656 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Vietnam · Germany · Belgium.
Latest developments
2026-10-22 — Latest Thule Group (Thule) News & Announcements (distillintelligence.com)
2026-07-20 — Thule interim report, second quarter 2026, April-June | Thule Group (thulegroup.com)
2026-05-06 — Thule expands in the dog transportation market through the acquisition of curli AG | Thule Group (thulegroup.com)
2026-05-06 — Thule successfully completes its first bond issuance | Thule Group (thulegroup.com)
2026-04-29 — Thule interim report, first quarter 2026, January-March | Thule Group (thulegroup.com)
2026-02-27 — Thule establishes MTN program and publishes prospectus | Thule Group (thulegroup.com)
Facilities
Thule Group is headquartered in Malmoe, Skane County. Public sources also reference these locations:
Pila, Poland — thulegroup.com
Company details
Thule Group is publicly traded on Stockholm exchange under the ticker THULE.ST and reports revenue of approximately 1.1 billion, with a workforce of 1,000 to 5,000 employees. Thule Group was founded in 1942, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Malmoe, Skane County. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 84 years in operation (founded 1942). Publicly listed; no distress event on record. Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Thule Group do?
Thule Group is a Swedish company headquartered in Malmö, Skåne County, founded in 1942. It designs, manufactures, and markets outdoor and active-lifestyle products, including sport and cargo carriers, juvenile products, and protective cases under its Thule and Case Logic brands. The company is publicly listed under the ticker THULE.ST, employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people, and serves the automotive, consumer goods, and renewable energy sectors. In May 2026 it announced the acquisition of curli AG, expanding its presence in the dog transportation market.
Where is Thule Group headquartered?
Thule Group is headquartered in Malmoe, Skane County (1 Dockgatan, Malmoe, Skane County, 211 73).
When was Thule Group founded?
Thule Group was founded in 1942.
How big is Thule Group?
Thule Group has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the 1.1B range.
Is Thule Group publicly traded?
Publicly traded (STO: THULE.ST). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.
What certifications does Thule Group hold?
Thule Group lists IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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Location & contact
Phone
+46 40 635 90 00
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
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